Obama gains Boehner support for Syria strike
President Obama wins backing from House Speaker Boehner for a punitive action against Syria following a suspected chemical attack blamed on Assad's government. Senate hearings tighten the scope of potential military action while U N inspectors await results amid global caution.
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France waits on Congress for Syria response
France will not strike Syria without U S congressional approval. Hollande says a large international coalition is needed and Europe and Arab states must join. If Congress votes no, France will aid the opposition while weighing a response.
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Kerry demands no ground troops in Syria strike
Kerry tells Congress there will be no American boots on the ground in a proposed Syria strike. He pushes for limited action to deter Bashar al Assad without a long or broad war, while lawmakers debate involvement and scope.
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